Do you remember a series of books called “Who’s Who?” I vaguely recall one popular version when I was in high school. You could purchase a volume of “Who’s Who Among High School Students” if your name was included. Wikipedia comments (probably accurately) that it was essentially a scam to make money from proud parents. …
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Sobering Words
His Word Will Stand If you should wake some dreadful day before His throne and hear Him say: “I am the Way you did not take, although I died once for your sake; I am the Truth you did not heed, you were so sure you had no need. I am the Light you did …
Finding The Benefits Of Salvation In The Old Testament
According to Matthew Henry, Psalm 85 was likely written during the time of Israel’s return to their homeland after seventy years of Babylonian captivity. Penned by the worship leaders, the sons of Korah, it describes their physical restoration to the land of promise. As I read it, I’m reminded that much of what God did …
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How To Reconstruct Your Faith
A few months ago, the area I live in was ravaged by two storms. Over fifteen inches of rain fell in a twenty-four-hour period, soaking the ground and causing creeks, streams, and rivers to begin to rise. Before we could catch our breath, Hurricane Helene bore down on the mountain towns of Western North Carolina, …
David’s Perspective In Troubling Times
Have you ever seen one of those pictures with the caption “What is it?” The more you look, the harder it becomes to figure it out. Why? Because either it’s zoomed in as much as possible, or you are only seeing a small section of the photo's subject. The issue isn’t a lack of understanding …